desiccator
|des/ic/ca/tor|
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/ˈdɛsɪˌkeɪtər/
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/ˈdɛsɪkeɪtə/
moisture removal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'desiccator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'desiccare,' where 'de-' meant 'away' and 'siccare' meant 'to dry.'
Historical Evolution
'desiccare' transformed into the French word 'dessécher,' and eventually became the modern English word 'desiccate,' from which 'desiccator' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to dry thoroughly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a container or apparatus used to remove moisture from substances, typically using a desiccant.
The laboratory technician placed the sample in a desiccator to ensure it remained dry.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 09:51